While weaker affordability has been the focus of the housing market in the first half of 2018, according to Freddie Mac, these factors are likely to keep total mortgage loan originations slightly down this year.

The housing market is grappling with supply shortages according to a report on the state of the U.S. housing market. What else has the market gone through during the quarter? Click through to learn more ...

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